Life of the party

A blog by Evite

How to host a nesting party

A nesting party is the event every new parent needs. Gather close friends and family to help the parents prepare the home and celebrate before the baby arrives.

14 activities for kids’ summer birthdays (that don’t require a pool)

No pool? No problem. There are plenty of birthday party activities to keep kids entertained this summer.

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Should I make an Invitation or an Event Page? A guide to picking the right one for your gathering

Not sure whether to send an Invitation or create an Event Page on Evite? Here's what each one is built for, so you can find the right fit for your gathering.

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How to throw the ultimate Palm Royale party

Experience Palm Beach vibes without actually having to go to Palm Beach.

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100+ ideas for what to write in a birthday card

From first birthdays to 100th birthdays to every milestone in between, wish them the very best with this list of 100+ birthday card message ideas.

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Three-tiered cheese wheel cake decorated with citrus slices, strawberries, berries, flowers, and herbs on a wooden board.

Move over charcuterie board! This tiered cheese “cake” is the hot new appetizer every host should know about

Up your grazing board ante with this show-stopping tiered cheese snack.

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Everything you should add to a baby shower registry

Build the perfect baby shower registry with these tips and ideas.

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6 disco party themes that will be everywhere this year

Barbie disco made the list, and so did another theme around a major 2023 film that def won't kill the groove (it'll look so good on the dancefloor, trust us).

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How to make a splash at your pool party

Throw the hottest party of the summer with these pool party tips and ideas.

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Throw a Bridgerton-themed party that’ll be the talk of the ton

Our top Bridgerton party ideas on how to throw a Regency-inspired féte even Eloise would want an invite to.

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What to add to a baby sprinkle registry

Have another bundle of joy on the way? Here’s everything you need to know about creating the perfect baby registry for your sprinkle.

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Pride party ideas for Pride Month

Looking for ideas on how to celebrate Pride Month this June? Here are 9 fantastic ways you can support the LGBTQIA+ community (and learn more about the history

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How to host an ethereal picnic

Warm weather means it’s time to start romanticizing your life with a cute and whimsical picnic. Here’s your how-to.

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What to write in a Father's Day card

Whether you want a Father’s Day card message to make him laugh or something that brings a tear to his eye, Evite has what you need to get started.

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If you’re a parent in Dallas, you need to know about these 24 kids’ bday party places

Epic places to jump, build, create and (most importantly) celebrate! This is the ultimate kids’ bday venue list—and it’s based on insight from Dallas locals.

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Literally the cutest 3-ingredient teacher appreciation treat ever

Name an easier teacher appreciation treat. We’ll wait…

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It’s me, hi, the Taylor Swift friendship bracelet cookie recipe you need to bookmark

Brace yourselves, Swifties, because this recipe is for you!

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Summer Party Playbooks: Curated guides for trending party themes

Get all the decor, outfit, activity and menu ideas you need in our free, compact-yet-comprehensive guides.

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This grilled salad pizza recipe is your new summer go-to

The days of the side salad are over now that salad pizzas are a thing.

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The al fresco pizza party you need to be throwing this summer

Everything you need to elevate your pizza night, including top Crate & Barrel finds.

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Everything you need to know about gifting etiquette for kids’ birthdays

Find everything from top toy suggestions to ideas for no-gift parties in this guide to kids’ birthday gifting etiquette.

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Celebrate spooky season early with a Summerween party

A scary good idea? Throwing a Summerween party. Get our top tricks (and treats) here.

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Calling all Princesses of Genovia: This is how to throw a Princess Diaries party

The best party idea ever? Shut up!

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Super sweet birthday traditions to start with your family

Balloons avalanches to party hats on stuffies, starting a bday tradition with your kids is fun for everyone! Check out these 5 easy and adorable ideas.

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This is your sign to throw a WTF (Wine, Tacos + Friends) party

This viral party idea couldn’t be easier to throw (and, c'mon, we'll take any excuse to throw a party centered around tacos).

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Kids’ Party Playbooks: Curated guides for top party themes

Comprehensive guides for the most popular themed kids’ birthday parties right now. Get decor ideas, activity suggestions and more!

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This is how to throw an unforgettable garden disco party

Retro boldness combines with outdoor elegance in this hot new party trend.

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